This very blog is a little day-to-day compilation of what I get up to, including beauty news and reviews, crafts, life, tips, chatter and sometimes just outright nonsense.
I'm a happy girl, and I want to sprinkle happiness over other people too!
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"The pessimist complains about the wind The optimist expects is to change The realist adjusts the sails"
There's a whole lot of directions that this look can take you,
You want to be a Barbie? Check!
You want to be a Pageant Queen? Check!
You want to be a fairy princess? Check
You want to be a China doll? Check, check
A major contributing factor besides the makeup is the creepy expression that you put with it. That can make it all the more horrifying.
If you're looking for a costume that is eerie without being gory or needing any specialist products then this is a look to consider. You can still look yourself, and glamorous but just a little more 'frozen in time' and maybe disturbed.
If this is a little on the tame side for you, then watch until the end for a little hint of what's coming next week...then think of this as the part 1 transformation video to something altogether more disturbing...
I am a sucker for Disney and I probably always will be, so I was bubbling over with excitement when I came across the design sketches for the Christmas window display for Harrods.
The theme is 'grown up' Disney princesses which is such a fun concept and interesting to see a more mature version of the Disney princesses as in the films they are all adolescents.
I present to you.. the Disney queens:
Ariel from The little Mermaid by Marchesa"A chic and elegant deep blue silk evening gown has been beautifully crafted to combine luxurious draped fabrics, which perfectly embody modern feminine style – capturing Ariel’s adventurous under-the-sea spirit."
Cinderella by Versace “‘You shall go to the ball’, in a stunning contemporary interpretation complete with golden layers, a tiara, a bold statement-necklace and of course, glass slippers – emblazoned with the iconic Versace medusa motif.”
Sleeping Beauty by Elie Saab “Encapsulating the natural grace and innocence of Aurora, this beautiful gown in pale pink is embellished with scattered exquisite beading.”
Repunzal by Jenny Packham “A magical dress in pale grey adorned with incredible beading that should never be locked away.”
Jasmine from Aladdin by Escada “An exotic fuchsia silk chiffon gown encompasses the fiery beauty of Jasmine, complete with an extravagant golden flower belt.”
Pocahontas by Roberto Cavalli “Featuring soft, golden and natural earthy colours, this gown incorporates prints evocative of dream catchers with pearl detailing. The lightness of a feather and the wings of a butterfly, it is perfect for a princess in love with freedom.”
Mulan by Missoni “A land of silk and jade has inspired this oriental kimono-style dazzling creation, that features bold turquoise shades and red detailing.”
Belle from Beauty and The Beast by Valentino“A fantasy-like dress in silk chiffon with a sheer hooded cape and layers of exquisite pleats, is accessorised with bespoke signature studded flats and a silver flower bag.”
Tiana from The Princess and the Frog by Ralph & Russo “A dream come true, this mint evening gown with a sweetheart neckline and mesh overlay, features scattered crystals that cascade into a layered tulle skirt.”
Snow White by Oscar de la Renta “‘Someday your prince will come…’ This silk gown is divine with intricate embroidery across the bodice and a floor-sweeping cape in signature red.”
My favourite is Repunzels dress, I would serisouly wear it out I think it's just gorgeous and stunning, I want to make it or something, it's so wonderful!
If I can't get to London before christmas, hopefully my mum will so I can ask her to take pictures for me, if I get them, I will of course share!
You know me, clothing with a purpose other than looking down right pretty is a huge bonus to me- If you've been reading for a while, may have read my post on Sevenly.com
Amazing company, selling beautiful clothing with pretty designs like dreamcatchers and abstract art for a different cause each week, sometimes famine, orphans, clean water; causes like that.
Here's my newest addition to the 'clothing with a cause' by a company called The International Princess project, it rescues women from India who are trapped in prostitution and instead, allows them to stitch in good working conditions these amazing PJ PANTS!
I've explained it very broadly, it's actually a hugely emotional and revolutanary, their video explains it beautifully!
It's such a shame at this moment in time it only has 11,000 views or so, when there's videos of a person falling off their bike or something with millions of views!
Here is the grand products themselves or Punjammies, the patterns are so beautiful they could also be called Funjammies I think!
Are these not the best lounging pants ever? I say they're far too pretty for bed! I'd wear them lounging in the garden, for 'reading days' on the beach, picnics in the park!
They do shirts and shorts too that are pretty
But I like the Punjammies the best!
If you love them but are short on cash, they have a very generous sale section with lots of designs that after that will be discontinued.
The sad part is that they only ship to the US and Canada! I could have shed a tear, so I looked for volunteering oppertunities with the charity but at this time there are none overseas, oh well! I've followed them on twitter so that if international shipping becomes available I'll be the first to know!
And just for fun, and maybe to explain why this cause specifically has sturck a chord of passion with me was my incredible trip to India; so here it is the most gloriously unglamorous photograph of myself in the traditional 'get up' in the hotel lobby! Enjoy!
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